Partner with Me: Expert Photography Tours in India

I help international photography tour operators create immersive, authentic and fulfilling photography experiences in India – journeys that bring photographers closer to the people, places, and stories that make this country so extraordinary.

When you collaborate with me, you’re not just bringing on a local guide or fixer, you’re gaining a fellow photographer and teacher who knows how to work the streets, read the light, and anticipate the decisive moment. I love helping photographers strengthen their skills, with a focus on:

•⁠ ⁠Composition – finding frames in busy, unpredictable environments.
•⁠ ⁠Light – using natural light to create mood and atmosphere.
•⁠ ⁠Timing – capturing the moment that tells the story.

My goal is always to make sure your clients come away with not only memorable images, but also new confidence and growth in their photography.

Tour Experiences I Can Help You Run

1.⁠ ⁠Kolkata: Immersive Street Photography
Kolkata is where India’s soul comes alive on the streets – from the chaos of morning flower markets to chai stalls tucked into narrow alleys. I’ve led many successful tours here with The Raw Society, Venture Photography Tours, and others, and I know how to get photographers into the heart of the action.

2.⁠ ⁠Kolkata & Varanasi: The Soul of India
Few places capture India’s spirit like these two cities. In Kolkata, we dive into its vibrant street life, and in Varanasi, we photograph the timeless rituals along the Ganges. It’s an itinerary rich with both energy and intimacy.

3.⁠ ⁠Delhi, Agra & Rajasthan: Icons and Intimacy
This route combines India’s iconic landmarks with authentic street encounters. From Old Delhi’s bazaars to the Taj Mahal at sunrise, and from Jaipur’s palaces to Jodhpur’s blue-painted lanes, I guide photographers through both the expected and the surprising. I’ve run this tour with Neale James of The Photowalk Podcast.

4.⁠ ⁠Ladakh: The Land of High Passes
Ladakh is like nowhere else in India – high-altitude monasteries, breathtaking mountain landscapes, and Tibetan-influenced culture. It’s a place where every frame feels epic, and I know how to help photographers capture its unique spirit.

5.⁠ ⁠Mumbai: Street Photography in India’s Maximum City
Mumbai is India at full throttle – a city where dreams, struggles, and traditions collide. From the fishing docks at dawn to the buzzing train stations and lively neighborhoods, I help photographers capture the city’s fast-moving, high-energy character in a way that feels real and immediate.

Going further afield:
If you’re looking to offer your clients something more adventurous, I can also design and lead custom itineraries into some of India’s most fascinating and less-travelled regions:

Nagaland – Tribal festivals, unique traditions, and vibrant community life make this northeastern state a documentary photographer’s dream.

Amritsar – Home to the Golden Temple, Amritsar offers both spiritual depth and powerful street life, particularly around the temple complex and old city.

The Ziro Valley (Ram Nami people) – Deep in Arunachal Pradesh, the Ziro Valley is home to the tattooed Ram Nami people, whose traditions and way of life offer rare and meaningful photographic encounters.

Why Work With Me
•⁠ ⁠I’ve led tours with trusted international operators.
•⁠ ⁠I bring insider knowledge of India’s cities, cultures, and hidden corners.
•⁠ ⁠I offer hands-on teaching in composition, light, and timing.
•⁠ ⁠⁠I create immersive experiences that inspire photographers of all levels.

Over the years, I’ve partnered with international operators including The Raw Society, Venture Photography Tours, Pics of Asia, and The Photowalk Podcast’s Neale James, helping them lead tours that combine cultural depth with world-class photographic opportunities.

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If you’re a photography tour operator and want to give your clients something truly memorable, I’d love to work with you. Together, we can design and run tours that deliver both exceptional photographs and transformative experiences. Contact me now and let’s talk!

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